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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1956

Page

8

George Committees and the Atomic Stalemate Threat

Washington debates foreign policy as Senator Walter George chairs a sweeping inquiry led by Lt. Gen. Harold George into Soviet air atomic power. The piece argues containment is outdated, calls for a crash program to ensure mutual fear with Churchill’s peace, and notes political hurdles for decisive actions in 1956.

Washington Walter George George Harold Lee George Aircraft Company National Security Council United States NSC Middle East Asia George Kennan George Humphrey Pentagon Libby Holman Winston Churchill New York Herald Tribune Inc

Health as Issue in Eisenhower’s Potential 1956 Run

An editorial argues that health must be a campaign issue if President Eisenhower seeks re election. It praises his candor and stresses the need for full disclosure to assess fitness for rigorous tasks, warning against exaggeration by critics while noting the public warrants clarity on his capacity.

Eisenhower James Hagerty

Germany’s Trade Drive in Asia and Africa

A recent inside-page analysis argues West Germany’s bold push in Asia and Africa aims to curb Soviet economic pressure and signals both comfort and concern for the United States. It urges American industry to intensify private investment and public aid alike, warning against ceding markets by default while praising Germany’s energy and efficiency.

Germany Asia Africa Russia United States America Soviet Union Far East Alfred Krupp Ruhr Steel Works India Pakistan Thailand Egypt Erhard Britain West U.S

Largest living bird and Saint Joan of Arc dates

The African ostrich is the largest living bird. Joan of Arc was beatified in 1909 by Pope Pius X as a step toward canonization, and was formally declared a saint in 1919.

Joan of Arc Pius X

Oklahoma Dairy Princess Contest Opens This Week

Tulsa report: Oklahoma Dairy Princess contest begins this week with the state winner earning a wardrobe and an all expense trip to Chicago to represent the state in the American Dairy Princess contest next October.

Tulsa Chicago

Worry Clinic Advice for a Happy Marriage

Dr George W Crane counsels prospective husbands to marry in church and stay active in faith, verbalize love daily, and understand sexual psychology. He notes most divorces start in the bedroom and urges sending for his Sex Problems in Marriage booklet with a small fee and return envelope.

Harry George W. Crane Harry S Dr. Crane

Would-Be Candidates Fill GOP Corral

Washington Feb 27 Republicans weigh who would pursue the presidency if Eisenhower steps aside. Harold Stassen leads a group, aided by Amos J. Peaslee, with other possible hopefuls like Christian Herter, Tom Dewey, William Knowland and Richard Nixon all in play as the party shifts between Eisenhower and Taft era wings while the nation watches for the President's health decision.

Thomas L. Stokes Washington Eisenhower Harold Stassen Stassen Minnesota Australia Wendell Willkie Thomas E. Dewey New York Willkie East Pacific Coast Herter Christian A. Herter Massachusetts Land of the American Pilgrim’s Progress Congress Tom Dewey Republican Party Robert A. Taft Ohio Middle West California William F. Knowland Senate Richard M. Nixon United States Nixon

The Value of Water in Lent Reflections

Robt. Dieffenbacher writes a meditation on simple elements of life, noting water sustains every cell and body function. He urges gratitude to the Creator for basic things like water and reminds readers not to overlook what sustains life as world problems loom.

Robt. Dieffenbacher D.D NEA

Doctor Warns Syphilis Remains Public Health Issue

The columnist recalls a doctor warning that syphilis persists as a public health problem despite improved treatments. He notes fewer dramatic symptoms now but stresses ongoing physician and public health vigilance amid concerns about sexual promiscuity and lax sanitary practices in workplaces. The column responds to questions about the degree of the problem and public policy implications.

Understanding Syphilis Causes and Tests in Plain Terms

Dr Edwin P Jordan describes syphilis transmission through sexual contact, early signs like the chancre, and the Wassermann blood test. He notes congenital cases via maternal blood and the possibility of asymptomatic carriers, urging blood testing to prevent spread.

Wassermann

Across the Ice and Odds A Sports Parade Clue Set

A dense sports themed word puzzle listing Across and Down clues from hockey to cooking terms. Includes entries like matador, barrier, Iranian coin, century plant, age, praise, legislative bodies, game of chance, exist, cash, destiny, revise, Thoroughfares abbr, and many more with a final note on pitcher Garver.

Kerr-McGee accountant wins State Jaycee award

Bartlesville Oklahoma Robert O Hall an accountant for Kerr McGee Oil Industries was named outstanding young man of the year by the State Junior Chamber of Commerce He received the annual distinguished service award at a banquet in Bartlesville

Jaycee Bartlesville Okla Robert O. Hall Kerr - McGee Oil Industries State Junior Chamber of Commerce Hall

Healing Waters Report At Tulsa Chamber Luncheon

Oral Roberts, famed Tulsa evangelist, will present a detailed report on Healing Waters Inc. at the Tulsa Chamber of Commerce public affairs forum luncheon Thursday. The worldwide operation's scope and plans are expected to be outlined for business and civic leaders.

Healing Waters Tulsa Oral Roberts Tulsa Healing Waters Inc Tulsa Chamber of Commerce

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